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Demian Arriaga.
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The Music Mentor Podcast, hosted by professional musician and educator Demian Arriaga, has the purpose of Motivating, Inspiring, Challenging, and Empowering young musicians, and people from all walks of life, through opinions, anecdotes and interviews. Drummer and Percussionist Demian Arriaga was born and raised in Caracas, Venezuela. He has had the privilege of working with: Iggy Azalea, Gary Cherone, Victoria Justice, Richie Kotzen, The Jonas Brothers, Cobra Starship, Demi Lovato, Streetlight Manifesto, Yordano and more. He currently plays drums with Nick Jonas. Demian proudly endorses: Zildjian, Vater, Ultimate Ears, Latin Percussion, Evans, Gibraltar, Cympad and Nirvana Handpans

146 episodes available.
A new episode about every
7 days
averaging 14 mins duration
.

On this week's episode I chat about how writing and releasing a song has changed my life. Self-Belief, self-doubt and self imposed adversities had been obstacles for my creativity. This first part will focus on what i did and why, part two (next week) will focus on the how.

On this week's episode I chat about a recurring issue in a lot of bands: the drummer is too loud and I don't know how to tell him/her. I will share with you some pointers as to how to approach this and for you drummers out there I will give you some tips that have helped work on this issue specifically.…

On this week's episode I chat about one of the scenarios I've come across time and time again as a hired musician and as person in this business in general: chasing trends and following what's popular.

On this week's episode I pose the question: should we get pros to do it? We live in a day and age where we're supposed to do it all ourselves, but is that the best thing for us? Check it out and tell me what you think!

On this week's episode I talk about the most important thing we can ever do as musicians, which is also something we forget to do often, and that is: LISTENING!!!! Take it from someone who talks a lot ;)

On this week's episode I share some thoughts regarding life as a college student. I also discuss a potentially beneficial way of how to look at higher education as it relates to adult life, the real world and more.

On this week's episode I chat about the importance and the benefits of rewarding ourselves from time to time. It might be through buying ourselves a piece of gear, going to a concert or more; sometimes we just deserve it.

On this week's episode I talk about the importance of true friendships and how you can possibly identify them. I also discuss how these relationships, as well as positive influences, do not necessarily equal enabling or unconditional support.

On this week's episode I share with you all a conversation I had with one of the best bass players in LA: Derek Frank! I've known him for years and really enjoy his playing and what he's all about as a musician. He's worked with a ton of people but you can catch him right now in Las Vegas with the one and only Gwen Stefani. EXPLICIT!!…

On this week's episode I briefly chat about why it's hard for us musicians to take a vacation. Rest and relaxation are needed and deserved but it's just not that easy for us. Do we want vacations? Do we need them? Check it out and let me know what your thoughts are!

On this week's episode I decided to lighten up the theme and instead of getting deep and overly musical, I figured I'd share 2 of the most embarrassing moments in my life ever, both which happen to have taken place on a stage.

On this week's episode I briefly chat about something I have blatted with for a long time: the impostor syndrome. Have you ever doubted in your abilities? Do you ever feel like you somehow tricked someone into getting the opportunities you are getting? What about feeling "luck" got you the gig? I discuss these things and more. (Also check out L ...…

On this week's episode I briefly chat about what its like to work with strong and assertive artists, who have a clear vision. However, I also talk about a few lessons we can learn when this isn't the case.

On this week's episode I chat about something that has brought me lots of frustration but also a sense of accomplishment, and that is working on difficult parts of songs. I'll explain all of this in detail...

On this week's episode I share some of the things we can do when we are away from our instruments, in order to remain engaged and productive. It goes without saying that resting and time completely away from music is a must, but today I focus not on "disconnecting."

On this week's episode I bring you the 2nd and last part of "Making Music and Living in the USA" focusing a little more on the making music aspect. Also, thanks for being patient after my little mixup of updating the same episode 2 weeks in a row :)

On this week's episode I discuss the difference between growing apart from friends and outgrowing them. This has been an interesting issue for me specially recently due to politics and quite frankly basic human decency.

On this week's very special episode I tell you about my New Year's Eve gig in Times Square and I also ask YOU, the listener, for topics and things you want to hear me talk about for the next 100 episodes :)

On this week's episode I sit down with the genius mind, the absurd talent and the kind soul of Chase Foster! Music Director, Producer, Songwriter, Multi-instrumentalist, Technology wizard and one of my favorite people on the planet.

On this week's episode I chat about the so-called evils of the music industry. We've heard the horror stories about managers/labels screwing musicians over but some of us have only had great experiences. Lemme know your thoughts!

On this week's episode I discuss why playing to tracks and/or using playback is a good thing. Time and time again through the years I see people complain about those things and I today I want to make a case for how great of a tool they can be.

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